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Over 37 million Americans have diabetes. Are you one of them?

Did you realize that in addition to that, 1 in 5 people have diabetes and don’t realize it? Those are startling statistics to say the least!

You’ve likely read how diabetes can lead to kidney damage, heart disease, nerve damage, and strokes. Perhaps you have beed affected by the ravages of this disease or have a family member or friend who has. If so, you have probably done a lot of research about it and received a great deal of advice as to how to manage your condition.

Among all the information out there, you don’t often hear about one thing - how much diabetes can affect your brain. It can cause brain fog, anxiety, and mood shifts. It also affects your cognitive abilities and puts you at higher risk for developing long-term complications like Alzheimer’s disease.

So keep reading to learn how diabetes affects your brain and what steps you can take to improve your brain health so you can function at your best!

Brain Health, Lifestyle, Neuronutrition, OtherKelly AielloSeptember 22, 2022Brain Fog, Neurofatigue, Neuronutrition, Diabetes, Omega-3, Whole Foods, Mindfulness, SleepComment

How to Deal with Neurofatigue

Do you experience brain fog or neurofatigue?

Do your symptoms like an inability to concentrate or an overwhelming feeling of exhaustion ever make you feel isolated or frustrated? Does your neurofatigue seem impossible to manage?

The debilitating experience of neurofatigue is not something we openly talk about every day. So if you or somebody you love has had to deal with neurofatigue, be sure you read this post. You shouldn’t have to suffer alone.

Brain Health, Lifestyle, Neuronutrition, OtherKelly AielloSeptember 9, 2022Brain Fog, Head Injury, Neurofatigue, Neuronutrition, TBI, Omega-3, Whole Foods, Mindfulness, SleepComment

How Coffee Can Improve Your Mental Health

Are you a coffee drinker?

Do you need coffee’s caffeine boost to help you get through the day? Or do you drink coffee because you enjoy the taste? Did you know that not all coffee is created equal?

Though it’s true there are many health benefits to coffee, it’s also important to know that coffee isn’t for everyone. So let’s start at the beginning.

Coffee is one of the most popular beverages in the world. It has also been shown to have numerous health benefits. While many people drink coffee to get a caffeine jolt, in today’s blog, we’re going to explore how coffee can improve your mental health. That’s right, there are also many potential mental health benefits associated with coffee consumption.

There are two main things that make coffee great for your health: the caffeine and the antioxidants. Antioxidants are important because they help to protect your cells from damage (oxidative stress), while the caffeine in coffee can help improve mood, cognitive function and physical performance.

So be sure to read this week’s blog to learn more about how each of these affects you and your mental health.

Brain Health, Lifestyle, Neuronutrition, OtherKelly AielloJuly 21, 2022Mental Health, Health, Mindset, Alzheimer's, Depression, Memory, Improve Cognitive Function, NeuronutritionComment

Salad Season is Here: 3 Simple Summer Salad Recipes

Like all of you (I’m sure), I cannot express how grateful I am that summer (well, okay, at least spring) is finally approaching!

To me, that means storing the winter coat and boots and getting outside to enjoy the sun’s warmth and all that Mother Nature has to offer. This year, spring seems a little more special than what we’ve had the last couple of years.

What I’m also looking forward to this year are several camping adventures and my favourite summer salads.

Lifestyle, Other, Desserts, Sides & Snacks, Whole FoodsKelly AielloMay 26, 2022Whole Foods, Health, Lifestyle, RecipeComment

Strawberry Basil Sorbet

With summer approaching, give this quick, easy and delicious dessert or snack a try that everyone in the family will enjoy.

Lifestyle, Other, Desserts, Sides & Snacks, Whole FoodsKelly AielloMay 16, 2022Whole Foods, Health, Lifestyle, RecipeComment

Healthy Habits You Need To Bring Into Your Life

Are you looking to make some changes for a healthier life but don’t know where to start?

When it comes to getting into the best possible health, habits are essential. Change can be challenging, but copying the actions of healthy individuals can make it seem a lot simpler to adopt lifestyle adjustments.

An ongoing circle of sluggishness is damaging to one’s well-being. A healthier, happier you will always have energy and know-how to take care of yourself and your requirements. But what precisely does it take?

Neuronutrition, Lifestyle, OtherKelly AielloMay 6, 2022Dementia, Whole Foods, Health, Lifestyle, WaterComment

How to Improve Cognitive Function: Brain Foods Diet vs. Taking Brain Support Supplements

If the current pandemic has done one thing for us, it's made us more health-conscious. More people are exercising, cooking healthier meals, and focusing on their quality of life.

Well, there’s one part of our bodies that matters more than anything else - our brains! Fortunately, there are ways to take care of our minds and keep them healthy for the long term!

So, if you’ve ever wondered how best to keep your mind sharp or how to improve cognitive function, you’re going to want to read this week’s blog.

Can a diet improve cognitive function or should you take supplements for brain health? Read on to discover the answer for yourself.

Brain Health, Neuronutrition, Other, Lifestyle, Whole FoodsKelly AielloFebruary 24, 2022Brain Foods Diet, Mental Health, Improve Cognitive Function, Antioxidant, Omega-3, Coffee, Chocolate, WalnutsComment

Brain Benefits of Having Balanced Blood Sugar Levels

Ok, so maybe not the kind of sugar you originally thought about - but sugars in your blood.

Why should you pay attention to your blood sugar levels? Well, if you have diabetes, are worried about getting it in the future, are battling cancer, or want to stave off dementia, then blood sugar levels should be of great concern to you - and you probably already know this.

Brain Health, Neuronutrition, Other, Lifestyle, Whole FoodsKelly AielloFebruary 10, 2022Brain Foods Diet, Mental Health, Improve Cognitive Function, Diabetes, Pre-DiabeticComment

Online Nutrition Coach: Supportive and Tailored for You

Are you tired of watching your weight fluctuate throughout the year? Do you want to find a way that you can stick to a consistent nutritional plan for the rest of your life?

If so, you need to learn all you can about hiring a nutrition coach.

Online nutrition coaches can provide several benefits for your life. They can help you develop a healthier relationship with food, boost your mental health, and help you keep off the weight you've lost.

Read this week’s blog

Brain Health, Neuronutrition, Other, LifestyleKelly AielloJanuary 27, 2022Brain Foods Diet, Whole Foods, Health, Meal Plans, Mindset, Nutrition Coach, Weight ManagementComment

A Nutritionist’s Journey: From Sickness to Genuine Health

If you have been following me and receiving my newsletter for a while, I’d like to say thanks! I’m glad to have you here If you are new to HappiHuman, welcome! I have been a nutritionist and blogger for over four years now. As a result, it was time to give my website a new, fresher look. What better time to roll out a new look than the start of a new year?

So, in this week’s feature blog, I thought it was only fitting to go back and tell you more about me and my story… who I am, where I came from, and what brought me to where I am today. Why? Because my health journey has resonated with many, and it may resonate with you, too.

So kick back, relax, and enjoy my story!

Brain Health, Conditions, Lifestyle, Other, Whole FoodsKelly AielloJanuary 6, 2022Neuronutrition, TBI, Cancer, Thyroid, Health, Meal Plans, Meditation, Mindset, Nutritionist, Stress, Lifestyle, Keto, Paleo, Sugar-freeComment

Stress And Anxiety in Our Kids: What’s The Difference And How To Help

Have you ever wondered when stress becomes anxiety?

Do you have a child or teen who struggles with a mental health issue? Do you struggle yourself?

If so, you don’t want to miss this week’s blog!

I had the pleasure of sitting down with Dr. Roseann, a trailblazer in children’s mental health to discuss her new book, what the difference between stress and anxiety is, and what you can do to help your child and your whole family.

Here is our interview…

Brain Health, Conditions, Lifestyle, OtherKelly AielloOctober 21, 2021Mental Health, Anxiety, Autism, Inflammation, Family, Stress, Gluten, Sugar, KidsComment

Tips for Improving Your Health Habit

When you want to make changes or improvements to an area of your life, do you jump into the deep end feet-first with an all-or-nothing attitude? Only to find yourself drowning a short time later, unable to maintain the changes you desire?

If this sounds like you, you are not alone. This is an all-too-common scenario for many!

So what can you do? Is it possible to make long-lasting changes that won’t leave you feeling deprived or zapped of energy?

When you know your lifestyle or eating habits could use a few healthy upgrades, there’s no question that it can be hard to know where to start.

However, change may be easier than you think.

A few small adjustments to your current routine or eating habits might be the ticket to big results rather than overhauling your entire life. If you’re wondering how to get started, read on for practical steps you can take to improve your daily health habits.

Other, LifestyleKelly AielloAugust 12, 2021Lifestyle, Hacks, Health, MindsetComment

What Is the Grain Brain Diet? Everything You Need to Know

Are you dealing with a foggy memory of fatigue? Are you looking for a way to improve your brain health?

If so, you've come to the right place.

We have a solution that’s all-natural, making it a much better choice than any pill or strange quick-fix. It’s called the grain brain diet.

The grain brain diet is a nutritional diet that seeks to heal the brain and the body. And, you don’t need anything special to get started.

To learn more about the grain brain diet and how you can follow it, be sure to read this week’s post!

Brain Health, Neuronutrition, Lifestyle, Other, Whole FoodsKelly AielloJuly 29, 2021Carbohydrates, Protein, Whole Foods, Grain Brain Diet, Eggs, Gluten-free, Grass-Fed BeefComment

Supporting Your Mental Health with Neurotransmitter

Do you know that we have natural brain chemicals that affect our mood?

In our last blog, we discussed three common neurotransmitters involved in mental health: serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine as well as how they work.

This week, let’s take a closer look at natural foods and supplements that can support each of these key neurotransmitters.

Brain Health, Neuronutrition, Other, LifestyleKelly AielloJune 10, 2021Depression, Mental Health, Moody, TBI, Anxiety, Coffee, Mental Illness, Health, Mindset, Dopamine, Neurotransmitter, TryptophanComment

Which Neurotransmitters are Related to Mental Health

Do you know that we have natural brain chemicals that affect our mood?

They are called neurotransmitters. Two common ones you’ve most likely heard of are serotonin and dopamine. But do you know what these neurotransmitters are and how they work?

In honour of mental health awareness month and our continual quest to shed additional light on the topic of mental health, this week we’d like to take a closer look at a few key neurotransmitters and their effects on mood.

Keep reading to discover which neurotransmitters are related to mental health.

Brain Health, Neuronutrition, Other, LifestyleKelly AielloMay 28, 2021Depression, Mental Health, Moody, TBI, Anxiety, Coffee, Mental Illness, Health, Mindset, Dopamine, Neurotransmitter, TryptophanComment

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